Woodville, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Woodville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 1,015. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,015 Population 153/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $26,889 per capita
$168,800 Home Value
$527 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$168,800 home value, $527/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $527
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

How Woodville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,015
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density153/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$26,889
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$38,958M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,800
Rent$527
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain58.1 in/yr
Elevation805 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+92.6%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute27 min
Libraries11

Is Woodville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Woodville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodville is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodville is $168,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $527 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Woodville has a population of 1,015 with a density of 153 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

1,015
Total Population
153
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
6.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.2%
Female 59.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodville is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Woodville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,889
Avg Weekly Wage$1,482
IRS Avg AGI$90,736

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)13,778
County GDP$38,958M

Business (County)

Restaurants895
Healthcare1,126
Retail1,345
Manufacturing287

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,840
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodville is $168,800, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $527 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,800
40% below US avg
Median List Price$175,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$175,000
$/Sq Ft$89
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$527
55% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,840
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
In Woodville, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Woodville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure37.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death9,054/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access78.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,126

Crime Rates: Woodville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Safety Score

Woodville has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.1 inches
53% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation805 ft (245 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.1 km²)
Population Density153/sq mi
Coordinates34.6295°N, 86.2836°W
County FIPS01089
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+92.6%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density153/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,126
Restaurants895
Retail Stores1,345

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Work from Home3.7%

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